Good morning, Morristown.

Old Boonton was cleared over a century ago to build a reservoir along the Rockaway River for Jersey City’s clean water when work completed in 1904 included the fatal diving accident of William Hoar, and remnants still appear when water levels drop (local records).

Hunters harvested 362 black bears during the first segment of the local season from Oct.

12 to 17 — Sussex County recorded 176 bears. Hunting will resume in Segment B from Dec. 7 to 12 with revised weapon rules.

The Orionids meteor shower will peak from Oct.

20 to Oct. 22 as Earth crosses debris from Halley’s Comet. Residents can see up to 20 meteors per hour by using dark spots away from the waxing gibbous moon - optimal viewing depends on clear skies.

After routine testing detected listeria contamination, Lidl recalled a batch of 16‑ounce Gelatelli Coffee and Vanilla Gelato with Coffee Sauce and Cookie Pieces sold in New Jersey and other states; no illnesses were reported.

Customers should return or discard the recalled product for a full refund.